So, what is inspiration and how can you tap into it when you need to become inspired? In today’s post, I’m going to share one of the ideas used by Pablo Picasso and Steve Jobs, when they were looking for creative inspiration. I’m also going to share a couple of tips of my own, but… Continue Reading
Marketing tips and ideas to help you grow your business, by Jim Connolly
How to build a stronger business
What are the areas of your business, which you are weakest at? The good and the bad No matter who you are or what profession you are in, there will be elements of the service you provide, which you are far better at than others. For example, some accountants and lawyers are very good at… Continue Reading
Let’s work together to grow your business and transform your future
Have you been thinking about joining me on my marketing mentor program; where you and I work together for a whole year, to grow your business and boost your profits? If you have, here’s some great news: I have 2 positions that are about to become available! The opportunity This is the perfect opportunity for… Continue Reading
How to build a massively valuable business using a more human approach!
Years ago, there were six degrees of separation between you and anyone else on the planet. Then came the social web and suddenly, there was just one pixel of separation between you and anyone with an Internet connection. So, given this unparalleled business opportunity to connect with almost anyone, what are you doing with it?… Continue Reading
Who built your business model?
Have you ever asked yourself that question? It’s easy to get stuck in a business model, which we adopt because everyone in our industry is doing it. Now, if that model works, supports our commercial and lifestyle goals, then that’s great. Sadly, many people are working a business model that’s missing one or both of… Continue Reading
The link between your creativity and your associates
For years, we have known that the people we habitually associate with, have a huge impact on how we think. One of the least examined elements of this, is the impact our associates have on our creativity. When we are around people who embrace their creativity, we find it easier to embrace our own. Conversely,… Continue Reading
Stop surviving and start thriving
The weather and the economy have a few things in common: People blame both of them for ruining things. They are beyond our direct control. We can adapt in order to either lessen their impact or, if we are willing to apply some creative thought and hard work, we can benefit from them. Agile or… Continue Reading
How to start first and keep on winning!
The first person to successfully market a service often gains a huge advantage over their eventual competitors. Take Klout for example. Klout was the first company to successfully market the idea of ‘individual influence measurement’ and as a result, even if someone does refer to one of their competitors, they call it a Klout alternative.… Continue Reading